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Different Types of Japanese Knives

Different Types of Japanese Knives

By Steven Tuckey

Japanese kitchen knives may have a broader range of designs, aesthetic preferences, and materials than other knife-making cultures worldwide. Knives come in various styles, from...

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Japanese Knife Glossary

Japanese Knife Glossary

By Steven Tuckey

Jigane The Jigane is the untempered blacksmith section of a knife blade. The exquisite pattern on the surface of the steel is created by folding...

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Carbon Steel Knives: What is a Patina?

Carbon Steel Knives: What is a Patina?

By Steven Tuckey

The patina on your knife not only looks stunning but also serves as protection. Knives made of high carbon steel will tarnish with time. The...

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Popular Blade Finishes on Kitchen Knives

Popular Blade Finishes on Kitchen Knives

By Steven Tuckey

The last touches applied to the blade's surface, known as blade finishes, give a knife its identity and excellent looks. These aesthetics result from the...

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Symmetry vs. Asymmetry: How to Achieve Effective Knife Blade Design

Symmetry vs. Asymmetry: How to Achieve Effective Knife Blade Design

By Steven Tuckey

Knife blades come in a wide variety of styles. They are built of various materials and come in a wide range of sizes and forms....

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Japanese Layered Steel and Other Knife-Making Techniques

Japanese Layered Steel and Other Knife-Making Techniques

By Steven Tuckey

Japan has a rich history of fine blade making, from the combat weapons of the samurai, to the impossibly sharp sushi knives of master chefs...

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Seven Signs That Tell You To Replace Your Cutlery

Seven Signs That Tell You To Replace Your Cutlery

By Steven Tuckey

You may come across advertisements that make it seem that specific cutlery can last you a lifetime. That's true to an extent. If you take...

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Common Blade Alloying Elements

Common Blade Alloying Elements

By Steven Tuckey

When it comes to knife manufacturing, no task is more daunting than making sure you've chosen the best material for the assignment. If you're looking...

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How Do You Make a Straight Grindline?

How Do You Make a Straight Grindline?

By Steven Tuckey

The blade of a knife is sharpened to a thickness that allows for cutting. You would think that using a piece of steel that is...

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